Fire Rescue and Other Departments Responding to Two Brushfires in the Maytown Area

Posted On: June 26, 2026

UPDATE: 8:30 a.m. June 27

Firefighters have fully contained the two brushfires in the Maytown area of southern Volusia County. Both fires are now 100% contained. Florida Forest Service crews remain on scene to monitor conditions and address any remaining hot spots.

Although the fires have been contained, residents and motorists in the area may continue to experience smoky conditions, including the smell of smoke and periods of reduced visibility. Motorists are urged to exercise caution when traveling through the area. People who are sensitive to smoke are encouraged to remain indoors with doors and windows closed while conditions persist.

The coordinated response included Volusia County Fire Rescue, the Florida Forest Service, the Port Orange Fire Department, the Deltona Fire Department, and the Volusia Sheriff's Office, which provided aerial support by conducting water drops over the affected areas.

There was no damage to homes or other structures, and no injuries were reported during the incident.

Volusia County appreciates the coordinated efforts of all responding agencies and will provide additional updates if conditions warrant.

UPDATE: 10:15 p.m. June 26

Firefighters continue making significant progress in containing two brushfires in the Maytown area of southern Volusia County.

Both brushfires, each estimated at slightly more than 250 acres, are now approximately 75% contained. Volusia County Fire Rescue continues working alongside other fire departments as suppression efforts continue. The Volusia Sheriff's Office also provided aerial support by conducting water drops over the affected areas.

Due to smoky conditions, Maytown Road is temporarily closed between Pell Road and Lake Harney Road. Motorists are urged to use caution when traveling through the area, as visibility may be reduced.

Fire crews will remain on scene as suppression efforts continue. Volusia County will provide additional updates as conditions change.

Original Post: 6:30 p.m. June 26

Firefighters are responding to two brushfires in the Maytown area of southern Volusia County, each currently estimated at 250 acres. Volusia County Fire Rescue is working alongside the Florida Forest Service, the Port Orange Fire Department, and the Deltona Fire Department to contain the fires.

The fires are not currently threatening homes or other structures, and no evacuations are in effect. Residents in and around the Maytown area may see smoke and detect the odor as firefighters continue suppression efforts. Residents who see smoke associated with the brushfires do not need to call 911. However, they should call if they observe active flames outside the current incident areas or another immediate emergency.

Volusia County will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates as additional information becomes available.